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Definition of crispness

crispness

/ˈkrɪsp.nəs/
crisp · ness
Adverb:crisply
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Adjective:crisp
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crispness Lexical Profile

crispness Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

The quality of being firm, dry, and brittle, especially in a way that is pleasing to eat or touch.

Example

"Storing the apples in the refrigerator helps preserve their natural crispness."

2

A cool, dry, and invigorating quality in the air or weather.

Example

"There was a sudden autumn crispness in the morning air as we walked to school."

3

Clarity, sharpness, and precision in visual images, sound, or expression.

Example

"The new monitor displays high-resolution photographs with remarkable crispness."

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• Nearby Words

crispily
crispiness
crisply
crispness
crispy
crisscross
cristina

Word Origin & Etymology

Recorded in Old English as 'cirspnes', formed from the adjective 'crisp' (borrowed from Latin 'crispus', meaning curled or wrinkled) combined with the native suffix '-ness'.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Crispness. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/crispness
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